Artists' Exchange's 9th Annual One Act Play Festival Wave II Runs Now thru 8/16
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2014
Artists' Exchange's 9th Annual One Act Play Festival comes to Theatre 82 (82 Rolfe Square), running July 25th - August 16th, Todays & Saturdays at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2014
Artists' Exchange's 9th Annual One Act Play Festival comes to Theatre 82 (82 Rolfe Square), running July 25th - August 16th, Todays & Saturdays at 7pm.
Mixed Magic Theatre to Present 'GREATNESS OF GOSPEL,' 8/29
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
Mixed Magic Theatre will present The Greatness of Gospel: Our Roots Run Deep, eaturing the Mixed Magic Theatre Exult Choir and Kim Morrison Pitts-Wiley on Friday, August 29th 7:30PM at The Gerola Sculpture Garden at Lorraine Mills.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
Mixed Magic Theatre will present The Greatness of Gospel: Our Roots Run Deep, eaturing the Mixed Magic Theatre Exult Choir and Kim Morrison Pitts-Wiley on Friday, August 29th 7:30PM at The Gerola Sculpture Garden at Lorraine Mills.
Mixed Magic Theatre to Present WIKETV, 8/24-25
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
Mixed Magic Theatre will present WIKETV, a Native American Play by Brianna McGhee on Sunday - Monday August 24th & 25th 7pm. All Tickets $10. For Reservations and Information, visit www.mmtri.com or call 401.305.7333.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
Mixed Magic Theatre will present WIKETV, a Native American Play by Brianna McGhee on Sunday - Monday August 24th & 25th 7pm. All Tickets $10. For Reservations and Information, visit www.mmtri.com or call 401.305.7333.
Fresh Beat Band Coming to PPAC, 12/4
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
The Fresh Beat Band, Nickelodeon's preschool music group and stars of the Emmy Award-winning TV series of the same name, head back on the road for a brand-new nationwide concert tour. The Fresh Beat Band Greatest Hits Live presented by Nickelodeon will travel to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI on Tuesday, December 4, 2014 at 6:30P.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
The Fresh Beat Band, Nickelodeon's preschool music group and stars of the Emmy Award-winning TV series of the same name, head back on the road for a brand-new nationwide concert tour. The Fresh Beat Band Greatest Hits Live presented by Nickelodeon will travel to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI on Tuesday, December 4, 2014 at 6:30P.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts' UNDERLAND Begins Today
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
The Courthouse Center for the Arts, located in the historic Washington County Courthouse in West Kingston, RI presents their production of 'UNDERLAND'a musical by best selling author Jodi Picoult and her son James Van Leer with music by Ellen Wilber. Performances begin today, August 7th, and continue through August 17th on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:00, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2014
The Courthouse Center for the Arts, located in the historic Washington County Courthouse in West Kingston, RI presents their production of 'UNDERLAND'a musical by best selling author Jodi Picoult and her son James Van Leer with music by Ellen Wilber. Performances begin today, August 7th, and continue through August 17th on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:00, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00.
Wilbury Group to Welcome Ben Jolivet as Playwright-in-Residence
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2014
The Wilbury Group has announced area playwright Ben Jolivet as the Group's first Playwright-in-Residence.
by BWW News Desk - August 06, 2014
The Wilbury Group has announced area playwright Ben Jolivet as the Group's first Playwright-in-Residence.
The Gamm to Open Season 30 with Northeast Premiere of GROUNDED, 9/4-28
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) opens its 30th Anniversary Season with the New England premiere of Grounded, American playwright George Brant's suspenseful one-woman drama about an ace fighter pilot reassigned to fly drones over Afghanistan after she becomes unexpectedly pregnant. Gamm Resident Director Judith Swift directs Boston-based actor Liz Hayes in her Gamm debut as 'The Pilot'. Grounded runs for four weeks only from September 4 through 28 at The Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St., Pawtucket, RI.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2014
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) opens its 30th Anniversary Season with the New England premiere of Grounded, American playwright George Brant's suspenseful one-woman drama about an ace fighter pilot reassigned to fly drones over Afghanistan after she becomes unexpectedly pregnant. Gamm Resident Director Judith Swift directs Boston-based actor Liz Hayes in her Gamm debut as 'The Pilot'. Grounded runs for four weeks only from September 4 through 28 at The Gamm Theatre, 172 Exchange St., Pawtucket, RI.
First Hand Theatrical's INTERRUPTING THE SERMON to Run 9/4-7 at the Empire Black Box
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2014
'Interrupting the Sermon,' a gentle story-play about the evolution of a theologically conservative kid from the Midwest into an intellectually progressive religious thinker over the course of a 50-year career as a minister and educator, will be performed Sept. 4-7, 2014 at the Empire Black Box in Providence. The public is warmly invited to these free performances.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2014
'Interrupting the Sermon,' a gentle story-play about the evolution of a theologically conservative kid from the Midwest into an intellectually progressive religious thinker over the course of a 50-year career as a minister and educator, will be performed Sept. 4-7, 2014 at the Empire Black Box in Providence. The public is warmly invited to these free performances.
Frank O'Donnell to Join Bobby Collins at Ocean State Theatre, 8/17
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, which recently concluded its second successful summer season in Warwick, along with legendary comedy club, Catch A Rising Star, are proud to announce that local comedian Frank O'Donnell will open for nationally recognized funnyman, Bobby Collins at Ocean State Theatre on Sunday, August 17 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), the not-for-profit professional theatre company, which recently concluded its second successful summer season in Warwick, along with legendary comedy club, Catch A Rising Star, are proud to announce that local comedian Frank O'Donnell will open for nationally recognized funnyman, Bobby Collins at Ocean State Theatre on Sunday, August 17 at 7:30pm.
Music Education Initiative Expanded During 60th Anniversary of Newport Jazz Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
On August 1-3, music lovers of all ages will come together to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the legendary Newport Jazz Festival, which will feature three full days of jazz on three different stages at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2014
On August 1-3, music lovers of all ages will come together to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the legendary Newport Jazz Festival, which will feature three full days of jazz on three different stages at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island.
BWW Reviews: Mediocre MARY POPPINS Lands at Theatre By the Sea
by Robert Barossi - July 28, 2014
When it comes to live theatre, there are many different ways to present it and at least two distinct camps. One is the minimalist, pared down production, often focused on story, dialogue, and character. The other is the big, highly technical spectacle filled with all sorts of theatrical magic tricks. With their current production of Mary Poppins, Theatre By the Sea has focused on the latter at the expense of the former, choosing gimmickry over truthful, enjoyable storytelling and characters. And unfortunately, that's only the beginning of the production's weak spots.
by Robert Barossi - July 28, 2014
When it comes to live theatre, there are many different ways to present it and at least two distinct camps. One is the minimalist, pared down production, often focused on story, dialogue, and character. The other is the big, highly technical spectacle filled with all sorts of theatrical magic tricks. With their current production of Mary Poppins, Theatre By the Sea has focused on the latter at the expense of the former, choosing gimmickry over truthful, enjoyable storytelling and characters. And unfortunately, that's only the beginning of the production's weak spots.
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons to Play Hanover Theatre in Worcester, 11/5
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2014
Generously sponsored by Herb Chambers Toyota, FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS is coming to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts in Worcester on Wednesday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2014
Generously sponsored by Herb Chambers Toyota, FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS is coming to The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts in Worcester on Wednesday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m.
BWW Reviews: Versatile BECK Brings Endless Energy to Spectacular PPAC Concert
by Robert Barossi - July 27, 2014
In the name of full disclosure, I will admit to having no idea what to expect upon arriving at Providence Performing Arts Center on Saturday night for Beck's one-night-only appearance. Beck's songs had certainly been part of the soundtrack of my early college years, back in the mid-to-late 1990s. Since, the, though, I truthfully had no idea what he had been up to. As it turns out, he's spent the better part of twenty years honing and fine tuning his skills as a singer, musician and all around entertainer, skills which he brought out in full force in front of the large and enthusiastic Providence crowd.
by Robert Barossi - July 27, 2014
In the name of full disclosure, I will admit to having no idea what to expect upon arriving at Providence Performing Arts Center on Saturday night for Beck's one-night-only appearance. Beck's songs had certainly been part of the soundtrack of my early college years, back in the mid-to-late 1990s. Since, the, though, I truthfully had no idea what he had been up to. As it turns out, he's spent the better part of twenty years honing and fine tuning his skills as a singer, musician and all around entertainer, skills which he brought out in full force in front of the large and enthusiastic Providence crowd.
BWW Reviews: Perfectly Entertaining Mystery at 2nd Story Theatre's AND THEN THERE WERE NONE
by Robert Barossi - July 27, 2014
If there was an award for Rhode Island's current busiest man in show business, one of the nominees would absolutely have to be 2nd Story Theatre's Ed Shea. The company's Artistic Director is currently performing in the Downstage production of Freud's Last Session. Last night, in the Upstage space, he made an appearance and gave the curtain speech for Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None, which he directed. During his visit upstairs, Shea spoke about summer stock theaters and how they once dotted the landscape in these parts. No longer as much of a presence as they once were, they featured a certain kind of theater experience, something lighter, more whimsical and fun than the weighty, thought-provoking works seen throughout the winter months. That sense of offering something entertaining and fun permeates his entire production of Christie's play, a perfect summertime treat of mystery and murder, tempered with the right amount of wit and whimsy.
by Robert Barossi - July 27, 2014
If there was an award for Rhode Island's current busiest man in show business, one of the nominees would absolutely have to be 2nd Story Theatre's Ed Shea. The company's Artistic Director is currently performing in the Downstage production of Freud's Last Session. Last night, in the Upstage space, he made an appearance and gave the curtain speech for Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None, which he directed. During his visit upstairs, Shea spoke about summer stock theaters and how they once dotted the landscape in these parts. No longer as much of a presence as they once were, they featured a certain kind of theater experience, something lighter, more whimsical and fun than the weighty, thought-provoking works seen throughout the winter months. That sense of offering something entertaining and fun permeates his entire production of Christie's play, a perfect summertime treat of mystery and murder, tempered with the right amount of wit and whimsy.
The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger Opens for Beck at PPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2014
The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger (The GOASTT), fronted by Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl, will open for the BECK at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) tonight, July 26 at 8P.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2014
The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger (The GOASTT), fronted by Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl, will open for the BECK at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) tonight, July 26 at 8P.
Artists' Exchange Presents 9th Annual One Act Play Festival, 1st Wave, Now thru 8/2
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2014
Artists' Exchange proudly presents its 9th Annual One Act Play Festival this summer, kicking off with Wave 1 today, July 25-August 2 at Theatre 82 in Cranston. Eight exciting new plays will be showcased over two weekends on Friday and Saturday evenings, performed by local theatre professionals, community actors, and Artists' Exchange artists.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2014
Artists' Exchange proudly presents its 9th Annual One Act Play Festival this summer, kicking off with Wave 1 today, July 25-August 2 at Theatre 82 in Cranston. Eight exciting new plays will be showcased over two weekends on Friday and Saturday evenings, performed by local theatre professionals, community actors, and Artists' Exchange artists.
FirstWorks Announces 2014 - 2015 Season Including 10th Anniversary Decade Bash, Festival on the Plaza & more
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
FirstWorks, a non-profit presenting arts organization, today announced their 2014 - 2015 season will kick off in September with a 10th anniversary bash and includes a year full of extraordinary performances, arts learning programs and the next FirstWorks Festival on the Plaza in June 2015.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
FirstWorks, a non-profit presenting arts organization, today announced their 2014 - 2015 season will kick off in September with a 10th anniversary bash and includes a year full of extraordinary performances, arts learning programs and the next FirstWorks Festival on the Plaza in June 2015.
The Courthouse Center for the Arts Presents UNDERLAND, 8/7-17
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
The Courthouse Center for the Arts, located in the historic Washington County Courthouse in West Kingston, RI is proud to present their production of 'UNDERLAND'a musical by best selling author Jodi Picoult and her son James Van Leer with music by Ellen Wilber. Performances are August 7th - August 17th on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:00, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
The Courthouse Center for the Arts, located in the historic Washington County Courthouse in West Kingston, RI is proud to present their production of 'UNDERLAND'a musical by best selling author Jodi Picoult and her son James Van Leer with music by Ellen Wilber. Performances are August 7th - August 17th on Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:00, with matinees on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00.
Ed Shea Stars in FREUD'S LAST SESSION at 2nd Story Theatre, Now thru 8/3
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
Ed Shea is Sigmund Freud in Freud's Last Session by Mark St. Germain, DownStage at 2nd Story Theatre for eight performances from today, July 24 - August 3, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2014
Ed Shea is Sigmund Freud in Freud's Last Session by Mark St. Germain, DownStage at 2nd Story Theatre for eight performances from today, July 24 - August 3, 2014.
Epic Theatre's 2014-15 Season to Focus on Relationships, Featuring BAD JEWS and More
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2014
Epic Theatre Company's just-announced 2014-2015 season will include works by playwrights including Ruhl, Chekhov, Harmon, and more. The upcoming season will feature nine plays, including six Rhode Island Premieres.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2014
Epic Theatre Company's just-announced 2014-2015 season will include works by playwrights including Ruhl, Chekhov, Harmon, and more. The upcoming season will feature nine plays, including six Rhode Island Premieres.
Ed Shea to Star in FREUD'S LAST SESSION at 2nd Story Theatre, 7/24-8/3
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2014
Ed Shea is Sigmund Freud in Freud's Last Session by Mark St. Germain, DownStage at 2nd Story Theatre for eight performances from July 24 - August 3, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2014
Ed Shea is Sigmund Freud in Freud's Last Session by Mark St. Germain, DownStage at 2nd Story Theatre for eight performances from July 24 - August 3, 2014.
BWW Reviews: 2nd Story's HAY FEVER Frothy Summer Farce
by Veronica Bruscini - July 21, 2014
HAY FEVER is the latest summertime offering to play 2nd Story Theatre's UpStage space. It is, by far, the lightest and most comedic production on the company's bill, featuring over-the-top characters and nearly nonstop antics. Though HAY FEVER has some truly laugh-out-loud moments, there are some missteps in 2nd Story's production.
by Veronica Bruscini - July 21, 2014
HAY FEVER is the latest summertime offering to play 2nd Story Theatre's UpStage space. It is, by far, the lightest and most comedic production on the company's bill, featuring over-the-top characters and nearly nonstop antics. Though HAY FEVER has some truly laugh-out-loud moments, there are some missteps in 2nd Story's production.
Marshall Tucker Band Show Postponed to September 7, 2014
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2014
Due to an unfortunate leg injury, the show with Marshall Tucker Band today (July 19th) at Indian Ranch has been rescheduled to Sunday, September 7th. All tickets will be honored on that date. Refunds are available through Ticketmaster or point of purchase through August 7th.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2014
Due to an unfortunate leg injury, the show with Marshall Tucker Band today (July 19th) at Indian Ranch has been rescheduled to Sunday, September 7th. All tickets will be honored on that date. Refunds are available through Ticketmaster or point of purchase through August 7th.
THE ILLUSIONISTS: WITNESS THE IMPOSSIBLE to Make Providence Debut at PPAC, Jan 16-18
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
The Illusionists: Witness The Impossible will makes its Providence debut at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) January 16 - 18, 2015. The Illusionists is the third installment in the 2014/2015 Encore Series (formerly known as the Contemporary Classics Series). The previously announced Cirque Dreams Holidaze (December 5 -7, 2014) and Blue Man Group (March 6 - 8, 2015) are sponsored by Amica Insurance.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
The Illusionists: Witness The Impossible will makes its Providence debut at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) January 16 - 18, 2015. The Illusionists is the third installment in the 2014/2015 Encore Series (formerly known as the Contemporary Classics Series). The previously announced Cirque Dreams Holidaze (December 5 -7, 2014) and Blue Man Group (March 6 - 8, 2015) are sponsored by Amica Insurance.
Photo Flash: Ocean State Theatre's GUYS AND DOLLS, Now Playing
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently won rave reviews for its current production of the popular Tony Award-winning musical comedy Guys and Dolls, presents the musical through July 27. Below, check out a first look at the production!
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2014
Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently won rave reviews for its current production of the popular Tony Award-winning musical comedy Guys and Dolls, presents the musical through July 27. Below, check out a first look at the production!
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